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September 10, 2025BMC Public HealthOpen Access

Prevalence and predictors of poor oral health-related quality of life among the Saudi elderly

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MAMostafa A. AbolfotouhMAMeshal D AlhayfAAAli S Al-Shaer

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Overview

Cross-sectional analysis reveals nearly 50% of elderly Saudis report poor oral health-related quality of life, suggesting significant areas for health interventions.

Key Points

  • Nearly half of the elderly Saudi population experiences poor oral health-related quality of life.
  • The study found that smoking is a significant risk factor for poor oral health-related quality of life.
  • Logistic regression analysis identified dental insurance and perceived oral health status as protective factors.
  • Health education regarding smoking cessation should be prioritized for improving oral health-related quality of life.

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Abolfotouh et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1aabf54b1d3bfb60e2dbahttps://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-23996-3
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